Assistant Professor in Health and Behavioral Sciences

The Department of Health and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Colorado Denver invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin in Fall 2016. The area of expertise is open to health, broadly defined, although we also encourage applications from individuals who conduct research and teach in the areas of environmental health, health policy, biomarkers, decision-making, and health economics. The program is especially interested in individuals who fit with the Department’s interdisciplinary focus on the application of social, behavioral, and natural science theory and methods to social and biological aspects of population health in national and/or global contexts. The successful candidate will join a faculty active in research, grant-writing, and teaching in a program with a graduate (Ph.D.) degree and undergraduate major in public health (B.A./B.S.). The position is a 9-month appointment with a 4-course per academic year teaching expectation in the department’s Ph.D. and undergraduate programs. Salary is competitive, not grant dependent and will be offered on a basis commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at https://www.cu.edu/employee-services. Additional details about the department can be found at http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/CLAS/Departments/hbsc.

Applicants must apply online at www.jobsatcu.com, Posting F02860. Please include a cover letter describing research and teaching interests, current curriculum vitae, and contact information (including email addresses) for at least 3 professional references. Any questions with submitting materials, please contact Abby Fitch at 303.556.4300 or abby.fitch@cudenver.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 11, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.